Brooke "Skylar" Richardson is escorted out of the courtroom after the verdict in her trial at Warren County Common Pleas Court Thursday, September 12, 2019. The 20-year-old was accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. The jury found Richardson not guilty of aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment. They found her guilty of abuse of a corpse. She will be sentenced Friday, Sept. 13. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

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Defense attorneys Charles M. Rittgers, left, and Charles H. Rittgers, right, comfort Brooke "Skylar" Richardson as the verdict is read in her trial at Warren County Common Pleas Court Thursday, September 12, 2019. The 20-year-old was accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. The jury found Richardson not guilty of aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter and child endangerment. They found her guilty of abuse of a corpse. She will be sentenced Friday, Sept. 13. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

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Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

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Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, enters the Warren County Courthouse Tuesday, September 2, 2019.The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Cara Owsley/The Enquirer/POOL

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Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, enters the Warren County Courthouse Tuesday, September 2, 2019.The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Cara Owsley/The Enquirer/POOL

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Julie Kraft, Warren County assistant prosecutor makes a statement to potential jurors in the Brooke "Skylar" Richardson trial at the Warren County Courthouse Tuesday, September 2, 2019. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Cara Owsley/The Enquirer/POOL

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Defense attorney Charlie M. Rittgers makes a statement to potential jurors in the Brooke "Skylar" Richardson trial at the Warren County Courthouse Tuesday, September 2, 2019. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Cara Owsley/The Enquirer/POOL

Cara Owsley/The Enquirer

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, sits with attorneys, Charlie H. Rittgers and Neal Schuett background, as her other attorney Charlie M. Rittgers makes a statement to the potential jurors at the Warren County Courthouse Tuesday, September 3, 2019. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. Cara Owsley/The Enquirer/POOL

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Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, sits in the Warren County Courthouse for the start of her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

The trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson started in Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, sits in the Warren County Courthouse for the start of her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II looks out over the courtroom during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson sits in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Assistant Warren County Prosecutor Steven Knippen delivers his opening statement in the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, sits in the Warren County Courthouse for the start of her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers delivers his opening statement for the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, right, delivers his opening statement as Warren County Assistant Prosecutor Steven Knippen, left, looks on during the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II looks out over the courtroom during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorneys Charles M. Rittgers, left, and Charles H. Rittgers, right, talk during a break in the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson leaves the courtroom with her father, Scott Richardson, during a break in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson walks back to the courtroom after a break in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County Sheriff's Office Deputy Kelly McKay takes the stand to answer questions about evidence collection during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Assistant Warren County Prosecutor Julie Kraft questions a witness Warren County Sheriff's Office Deputy Kelly McKay during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Assistant Warren County Prosecutor Steven Knippen, right, questions witness Sgt. John Smith, left, with Warren County Sheriff's Office, during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Sgt. John Smith, with Warren County Sheriff's Office, shows a piece of carpet taken from the defendant's room during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County Coroner Russell Uptegrove takes the stand during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Courthouse Wednesday, September 4, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

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Brooke "Skylar" Richardson steps out of the courtroom ahead of the day's proceedings, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson steps out of the courtroom ahead of the day's proceedings, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison.Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

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Warren County Prosecuting Attorney David Fornshell stands in the courtroom, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Assistant Warren County Prosecutor Steven Knippen, center, walks into courtroom following a break, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers cross examines Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation lab technician Amy Dallaire, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, the 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation lab technician Amy Dallaire answers questions from the witness stand, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Former Warren County Sheriff's Lt. John Faine answers questions from the witness stand, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, the 20-year-old accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, right, talks defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Assistant Warren County Prosecutor Steven Knippen listens to the police interview of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Warren County Common Pleas Judge Donald Oda II observes proceedings, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/POOL

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A video interview with Warren County Sheriff's Office detectives is played during the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

A video interview with Warren County Sheriff's Office detectives is played during the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands with attorney Charles H. Rittgers, right, with her father, Scott Richardson, behind her during a break in the Warren County Courthouse during her trial Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II has a sidebar with prosecution and defense attorneys during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court
Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson talks to her attorney Charles H. Rittgers during her trial Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Attorney Charles H. Rittgers, right, talks with, Scott Richardson, father of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson during a break in her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County assistant prosecutor Steven Knippen sits at the prosecution table with assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL_NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson sits in the Warren County Common Pleas Court during her trial Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson talks to her attorney Charles M. Rittgers during her trial in Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, left, talks to attorney Charles H. Rittgers during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL_NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

A video interview with Warren County Sheriff's Office detectives is played during the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. This portion show her parents talking to her with detectives in the interrogation room. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, right, cross examines former Warren County Sheriff's Office Lt. John Faine during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL_NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in her trial in Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft shows evidence on the screen during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL_NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County Sheriff's Office detective Christopher Wong, left, is questioned by Warren County assistant prosecutor Steven Knippen during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL_NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson leaves the courtroom after the state rest during her trial in Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II talks about evidence with prosecution and defense teams after the state rest during trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in Warren County Common Pleas Court Monday, September 9, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson is charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorneys Charles M. Rittgers, left, Charles H. Rittgers, middle, and Neal Schuett walk in to Warren County Courthouse for the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangerment in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II meets with prosecution and defense attorneys during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Judge Donald Oda II oversees the courtroom during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, left, talks to attorney Charles H. Rittgers during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County assistant prosecutors Julie Kraft and Stephen Knippen listen as defense interviews a witness during the trial of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Dr. John E. White, left, is questioned by defense attorney Charles H. Rittgers during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles M. Rittgers, left, talks to Brooke "Skylar" Richardson during her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Photographs of Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in her prom dress are presented as evidence during her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense attorney Charles H. Rittgers finishes questioning a witness during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Brooke "Skylar" Richardson stands during a break in her trial in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Defense witness Dr. John E. White is cross examined by Warren County assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft cross examines defense witness Dr. John E. White during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

Warren County assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft cross examines defense witness Dr. John E. White during the trial for Brooke "Skylar" Richardson in the Warren County Common Pleas Court Tuesday, September 10, 2019. The 20-year-old is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. NICK GRAHAM/JOURNAL-NEWS/POOL

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Brooke Sylar Richardson, left, talks with one of her defense attorney, Charles H. Rittgers, right, during court proceedings, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Brooke Sylar Richardson stands during a break during court proceedings, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio.Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Brooke Sylar Richardson talks with her father, Scott, during a break, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Brooke Sylar Richardson stands during a break during court proceedings, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Psychologist Stuart Bassman testifies as a defense witness, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Attorneys approach and speak with Common Pleas Judge Donald Oda II during court proceedings, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool

Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer

Assistant prosecutor Julie Kraft cross examines Stuart Bassman, Wednesday, Sept. 11, 2019, in Warren County Judge Donald Oda's II courtroom at Warren County Common Pleas Court in Lebanon, Ohio. Brooke "Skylar" Richardson, 20, is accused of killing and burying her baby in the backyard of her Carlisle home. Richardson was charged with aggravated murder, involuntary manslaughter, gross abuse of a corpse, tampering with evidence and child endangering in the death of her newborn infant. The judge dismissed the tampering with evidence charge Monday after arguments from both sides. She faces the possibility of life in prison. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer/Pool